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To celebrate 125 years of Skye Camanachd there will be an exhibition in place at the Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre, opening on Monday 22nd of January. The event will run until Friday 30th of march during normal opening hours. This exhibition will feature photographs and original material relating to the history of shinty on Skye. If you have any memorabilia you would like to be featured please bring them to the Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre in Portree…

London-based folk-electronica solo multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer John Elliott whose latest album "Dig for the Promise" was released in April 2013 on his own Carbon Moon label. The album features beats and melodies constructed from ‘found sounds’ recorded around the streets of London, overlaid with piano, strings, brass, electronics, harmonium, harp, guitar and voice.

This treasure hunt and lunch will appeal to all foodies looking for something a little different this Easter. On the shore of tranquil Loch Na Dal, surrounded by native and abundant forest, the hunting lodge’s grounds are perfectly positioned to provide bountiful foraging. This Easter Sunday, foraging aficionado, Mitch Partridge, will demonstrate what can be unearthed, sharing his local knowledge and ‘craic’. Against a backdrop guaranteed to be breath-taking, adults and children will be sustained by freshly picked nibbles…

The more light-hearted programme produced by Skye Chamber Music (formerly Skye Arts Guild), to be preceded as usual by an optional buffet supper for an extra charge. Venue TBC, see www.skyechambermusic.org.uk/current.html for details.

Starting at the iconic tourist attraction, the Dunvegan Castle 10K Run is a mixed terrain race with a stunning backdrop of Macleod's Tables. With a midday start, allowing for the fun run to take place earlier in the morning, the run offers a chance to get active, whilst contributing to local community charities.

Scottish songwriter Kris Drever (Lau) celebrated a decade of critical and commercial success by winning both BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of The Year 2017 and Best Original Track 2017 (for his song If Wishes Were Horses) at BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. For his 2018 concerts Kris will be performing a ‘best of’ set featuring all the key songs from his first decade and some new material played live for the first time.

Annual Music Festival celebrating tradition music from all around Scotland. Events will include various guest bands in concert. Everyone is welcome to attend whether the music is your passion or something you have never listened to before. Check out www.skyemusic.co.uk to find out more.

2017 has been a remarkable year for Elephant Sessions. The band who hail from the Highlands of Scotland and who met at the Newcastle University Folk degree have exploded onto the indie folk scene with unparalleled effect. The release of their album ‘All We Have is Now’ in June of this year, was followed by live appearances at some of Europe’s most notable festivals. Audiences crowd surfed their way through the summer and marquee floors broke under the weight of…

On the shore of tranquil Loch Na Dal and surrounded by native and abundant forest, Kinloch is perfectly positioned to provide bountiful foraging on the Isle of Skye and the Lodge’s own guide will show guests what can be unearthed.Find edible mushrooms, wild garlic and sorrel in the forest, and along the shoreline, delicious seaweeds, mussels, samphire and the unappetising sounding, but totally scrumptious, scurvy grass. On returning to the hotel, guests will enjoy a specially-created foraged cocktail (or mocktail)…

The Skye Food and Drink Festival promises to showcase 30 of the finest local producers. Festival-goers will get the opportunity to taste their products, as well as enjoy live music, masterclasses, food demonstrations and the Chef's Theatre.

Tom was seen on Mock The Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Live at the Apollo, The Great British Bake Off’s Extra Slice, The John Bishop Show, Channel 4’s Comedy Gala at the O2 and heard on Radio 4’s Just a Minute and News Quiz. Having been a successful support act for many other comedy stars, such as Sarah Millican and Michael McIntyre, Tom has now begun his solo touring, bringing shows such as this to audiences keen…

The Skye Festival (or 'Fèis an Eilein’) takes place in venues mostly in the Sleat peninsula and southern Skye, and is a celebration of island culture and performing arts, with a strong focus on Scottish traditional music. Events are planned throughout July and August. Visit SEALL website for a taste of scheduled activities.

The Games are one of the highlights of the Isle of Skye calendar. Not to be missed! The Games will include many of the classic events such as putting the stone, tossing the caber, tug-of-war, as well as Highland Dancing and bagpiping competitions.

Annual gala day filled with family entertainment, including stalls, bouncy castles and kids' games, tug-o-war, climbing wall, refreshments and a variety of other activities to partake in. The day includes the 10K Skye Bridge Road Race, which begins at 12pm.

Skye Book Festival has become firmly established as one of the highlights of Skye’s cultural calendar. The island will see 3 days of events of a wide variety, including talk's, workshops and book signings. Visit www.skyebookfestival.co.uk to find out more.

Kinloch's own guide, Mitchell Partridge, shares his local knowledge and ‘craic’. With every step there’s a tasty treat to be uncovered. Find edible mushrooms, wild garlic and sorrel in the forest, and along the shoreline, delicious seaweeds, mussels, samphire and the unappetising sounding, but totally scrumptious, scurvy grass.